Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Manhattan Beach Neighborhood of Manhattan Beach, CA from $500 (38 Rentals)

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1436 12th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1436 12th St

1436 12th StManhattan Beach, CA 90266
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Windsor House
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor House

1150 Tennyson StManhattan Beach, CA 90266
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1511 Artesia Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

1511 Artesia Blvd

1511 Artesia BlvdManhattan Beach, CA 90266
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1200 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1200 Manhattan Beach Blvd

1200 Manhattan Beach BlvdManhattan Beach, CA 90266
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Manhattan Beach Artesia
1 Bedroom Apartments

Manhattan Beach Artesia

1555 Artesia BlvdManhattan Beach, CA 90266
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1826-1828 12th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1826-1828 12th St

1826-1828 12th StManhattan Beach, CA 90266
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property at 2026 Hermosa Ave

$2,800 - $2,850

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$2,800 - $2,850

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$2,800 - $2,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2026 Hermosa Ave

Hermosa BeachCA90254
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2404 Mathews Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2404 Mathews Ave

2404 Mathews AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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1831 Grant Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1831 Grant Ave

1831 Grant AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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2200 Grant Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2200 Grant Ave

2200 Grant AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Ocean Air
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean Air

2320 Vanderbilt LnRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Sea Air Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Air Apartments

2020 Artesia BlvdRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Rockefeller Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rockefeller Apartments

2013 Rockefeller LnRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Marina Bay Club
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Marina Bay Club

2001 Pacific Coast HwyHermosa Beach, CA 90254
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The Mosaic Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Mosaic Apartments

2116-2118 Vanderbilt LnRedondo Beach, CA 90278
property at 2020 Graham Ave

$2,500 - $3,195

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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2020 Graham Ave

Redondo BeachCA90278
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1803 Pacific Coast Hwy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1803 Pacific Coast Hwy

1803 Pacific Coast HwyHermosa Beach, CA 90254
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Gates Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Gates Apartments

2104-2106 Gates AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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2115 Grant Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2115 Grant Ave

2115 Grant AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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2115 Mathews Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2115 Mathews Ave

2115 Mathews AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Nelson Ave Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Nelson Ave Apartments

2116 Nelson AveRedondo Beach, CA 90278
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1731 Pacific Coast Hwy
2 Bedroom Apartments

1731 Pacific Coast Hwy

1731 Pacific Coast HwyHermosa Beach, CA 90254
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East Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Manhattan Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Manhattan Beach area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sea Air Apartments priced from $2,055. Marina Bay Club has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable East Manhattan Beach apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sea Air Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,055
Marina Bay ClubMarinaBay-1bd/1bath PCH1BR,1BA$2,195
The Eagle ApartmentsStudiosStudio,1BA$2,200
1901 Carnegie Ln1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,500
Heritage Pointe Senior Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,700
1643 Artesia Blvd2bdr/1bath2BR,1BA$2,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Manhattan Beach, CA

As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Manhattan Beach area is the $3.09 price per square foot 1534 Manhattan Beach Blvd Model at 1534 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Unit A in the in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood starting from $4,950. The second greatest value East Manhattan Beach apartment is the 1922 Curtis Ave Model at 1922 Curtis Ave, Unit 2 starting at $3,450 with a $3.14 price per square foot in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Manhattan Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1534 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Unit A1534 Manhattan Beach Blvd3BR,2BA$3.09
1922 Curtis Ave, Unit 21922 Curtis Ave2BR,1BA$3.14
946 15th Pl, Unit 946946 15th Pl2BR,1BA$4.51
1643 Artesia Blvd2bdr/1bath2BR,1BA$2.92
1653 Bayview Dr, Unit 16531653 Bayview Dr2BR,1BA$4.44
1415 Bonnie Brae St, Unit A1415 Bonnie Brae St2BR,1BA$4.24
1605 Blossom Ln1605 Blossom Ln1BR,1BA$4.50
1915 Warfield Ave, Unit 41915 Warfield Ave1BR,1BA$4.18
The Eagle ApartmentsStudiosStudio ,1BA$4.00
Sea Air Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach, CA

Ranked #2

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Manhattan Beach Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Manhattan Beach?

The cheapest apartment in East Manhattan Beach is Sea Air Apartments which is listed at $2,055, while the average apartment in East Manhattan Beach costs $16,250.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Manhattan Beach?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in East Manhattan Beach that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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